Principal Eng Design Enablmt PDK

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GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden Singapore New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications e.g. mobile communications consumer electronics automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13000 people worldwide including 300 in Sofia.

Our Sofia based team will enhance GFs scale and capabilities while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.

Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOIRF High-Voltage and automotive applications.

Summary of Role:

This position is for a Principal Device modeling & characterization engineer who will primarily work on the digital/analog/RF compact device model development with a focus on automation and efficiency enhancement and with potential to develop into a project lead.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Work on spice model development project covering digital/analog/RF for GF feature rich technologies to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standard.
• Collaborate with in-house ML experts and central engineering team to enhance model efficiency for digital/analog/RF applications.
• Drive best practices and standardization in data selection model extraction QA/ validation & circuit benchmarking across technology platforms.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Device Model Characterization Lab/ PDK/ Device/ Process Integration/ Design Manual/ Test chip Design Layout) to executive PDK/model related projects & resolve PDK/model related issues.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in spice modeling techniques and incorporate them into the development process.
• Communicate effectively with team members and provide regular updates on project progress.
• Actively participate in customer engagement and provide technical support on customers queries on device compact models & help to resolve model related issues in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Education BS in Electrical Engineering or Physics plus a strong passion for advanced PDK/Modeling/device development
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
• Fundamental knowledge of semiconductor device physics related to compact modeling of different types of devices
• Understanding of semiconductor device noise and matching behaviors
• Coding skills in Python Perl or other computing languages

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related device or model experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace school projects competitions etc.
• Project management skills i.e. the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong planning & organizational skills
• Experience in SPICE model generation and QA flow
• Experience in test structure layout of individual devices and arrays
• Excellent verbal communication skills and technical writing skills

We Offer:

• Attractive compensation package with competitive salary performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants non-executive).

• Individual technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs.

• Healthy and teambuilding work environment with various perks:

  • Additional medical service including dental and coverage of employees children

  • Food vouchers and canteen discounts

  • Monthly budget for Flex benefit

  • Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities

  • Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower

  • Regular Team Events and Celebrations

• Focus on employee work-life balance:

  • Hybrid working model and flexible working time

  • 21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected valued and heard.